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Bay Tree 200MM

Laurus nobilis

I am Bay Tree. My family originated from the Mediterranean.

Habit Tree - Feature Tree
Plant family Lauraceae
I am the Bay Tree, my aromatic foliage has been used as a culinary herb, either fresh or dried for flavouring a range of dishes since Roman times. I naturally have an upright columnar habit and adapt well to pruning which makes me a great feature plant or screening hedge. I thrive both in pots and planted in the ground. I produce masses of fluffy yellow blooms from late winter into spring. I am incredibly hardy, tolerating frost, dry conditions, exposed locations and coastal conditions. If you have a problem with ants in your pantry place some of my fresh leaves in the problem area and the ants will soon be gone.
I am popular and will make you happy because...
My fresh or dried leaves are an essential ingredient in Mediterranean, French and North American cooking
My compact upright form suits me to screening with my dark green foliage an ideal backdrop for other plants
Hardy and fast growing I cope with frost, dry conditions and extremes of temperature
Features
Ideal light: Full Sun to Part ShadeI thrive in full sun to part shade
Height: 8m Width: 3m(Can be kept trimmed to Height: 1m Width: 1m)(Size at point of sale approx. 85cm including pot)
Water needs: Low (once established)I need minimal water once established
Suitable for coastal planting, I am happy in most soils but prefer soils that are well drained
Frost tolerance: High

Plant features

Cut flowers Fruiting / edible Coastal tolerant Yellow flowers Green foliage Flowers Aug-Oct
Council planting lists On 1 council list

Listed in these Victorian councils' published plant lists.

  • City of Greater Dandenong

    Recommended for landscape plans: Landscape Plan Guidelines: recommended species (Small tree, exotic) Source

From each council's website, checked 26 Oct 2026. Councils update their lists from time to time, so check the source before planting on council land or for a planning permit. Find your council's lists

Plant me:
  • In garden beds and general landscaping
  • In pots and other containers
  • As a hedge or screening plant
Tips for success

Responding well to pruning I can be shaped formally or informally and can be cut back hard if required

Suggested spacing: 3m apart.

Full Sun to Part Shade (4+ hours of direct sun)

Once established, check soil moisture and water during extended dry periods.

Enjoy the fragrant foliage or flowers.

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Bay Tree

Laurus nobilis

Home Harvest™ · Southern Plants

Pot size: 200mm

Product code: LAUNOB20S

Bunnings Fineline: 0283289

Barcode: 9319711047459

Our plants are available through Bunnings, good retail nurseries, or via landscapers. We do not sell direct to the public. Ask your retailer for this Southern Plants plant and pot size; availability in individual stores varies.